A report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), called SA Stats, reveals that a net loss of 3,000 people was recorded between June 2009 and June 2010.
Most of the people leaving the state were aged 25-29, with a net loss of 700, followed by the 20-24 age group, which had a net loss of 500.
"South Australia was one of four states and territories to experience net interstate loss in 2009-10, along with New South Wales, Northern Territory and the Australian Capital Territory," a statement from the ABS reveals.
It goes on to say that Queensland recorded the highest net interstate migration increase in 2009-10, with the state gaining an extra 9,600 people.
Last month, minister for immigration and citizenship Chris Bowen announced as part of the Budget that the Australian government is to implement a range of regional migration initiatives in 2011-12.
Posted by Ravin Chatlani